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Our selection of printable family tree templates can be downloaded for free in PDF and Microsoft Word file formats. You can use any of the blank family tree templates to make your own version for your family members.

A common way of visually showing the relationship between generations is to use a family tree. If you've ever wondered why it's called a family tree, the answer has to do with the way a normal tree is structured. While the roots are considered the ancestors, the branches are the children. One thing you have to keep in mind when making a family tree chart is to also allow the future members of your family to add their own names to the family tree.

6 Blank Family Tree Templates

A family tree can provide a simple way of visualizing a person's family history and ancestors. The following blank family tree templates can help you with easily showcasing the members of your family in pleasant and original manner.

• Blank Family Tree Template

• 5 Generation Family Tree Template

• 4 Generation Family Tree Template

• 3 Generation Family Tree Many Siblings Template

• Family Tree for Children

• 5 Generation Family Tree Siblings Template

Which Type of Family Tree Template Should I Choose?

There are multiple types of family tree charts with the most popular one being the ancestor chart or ancestor tree. It's in ascending order, which means it usually starts from the bottom with the name of the person making it(you) and it goes upwards listing the parents, grandparents, great-grandparents and so forth, depending on the number of generations are required. Other types of family trees include hourglass charts, the starting person is in the middle with the parents and grandparents above and the children and grandchildren below. Another known one is a family unit history or family group record which details a couple's information including names, dates and places of birth, dates and places of death, marriage and their children.

So if you're unsure or your school assignment doesn't specify it's best to go and pick one of the ancestor chart templates.

8 Family Tree Chart Examples

Depending on how many generations have to be listed in your family tree we have chosen the most popular ones: 4 generation family trees, 5 generation family trees, 6 generation family trees and for those that need to go back further, 7 generation family trees.

• 6 Generation Ancestor Chart Details

• 7 Generation Ancestor Chart

• 5 Generation Ancestor Chart

• 7 Generation Ancestor Info Chart

• 4 Generation Ancestor Chart

• Family Unit Chart

• 6 Generation Ancestor Chart Template

• Blended Family Tree Template

4 Generation Pedigree Chart

How to make a family tree template.

In the case of an ancestor tree your name(the name of the person making the family tree) should be at the bottom(or left) and the name of the parents, grandparents and maybe great-grandparents should expand upwards or towards the right. If you choose one our free family tree templates you don't have to worry about this because most of them are labeled.

For a basic family tree the information you have to gather includes the names of your parents and grandparents. If you need to add your siblings then the names of your brothers and/or sisters are also necessary. For a multiple generations family tree the great-grandparents and maybe even the great-great-grandparents will be needed. If you're planning to make an extended family tree then the names of your uncles, aunts and cousins are required.

9 Sample Family Tree Templates

Apple Family Tree Template

• 3 Generation Family Tree Template

• Family Tree With 4 Siblings Template

• Family Tree With Aunts, Uncles and Cousins Template

• Family History Tree Template

• Family Tree With Cousins Template

• Adoptive Family Tree Template

• 4 Generation Family Tree Many Siblings Template

• Simple Family Tree Template
• Family Tree Template for Kids
• Ancestor Sheet Template
• Adoptive Family Tree With Siblings Template
• Picture Frame Family Tree Template
• Apple Family Tree
• Family Tree Chart
• Family Tree Worksheet

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These printable blank family trees and ancestor charts are perfect for genealogy research and class projects. Each template is available in two versions : a free version and a $4 editable version

The free versions are available in PDF format: just download one, open it in a program that can display the .PDF file format, and print.

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Five Generation Ancestor Chart

Document names and birth, death and marriage details for five generations of your family with this type-in genealogy chart.

Family Group Sheet

Use this essential family tree form to track specific information on an ancestor and his or her nuclear family, including spouse and children.

Adoptive Family Tree Template

This free adoptive family tree form has spaces for recording both a person’s biological and adoptive parents.

Stepfamily Family Tree Template

Use this form for recording information about stepfamilies in your ancestry.

Family Relationship Chart

Use this free reference chart to identify an unknown relationship between family members through their most recent common ancestor.

Ancestor Biographical Outline Form

Using this form, note information on events in an ancestor’s life such as education, military service, marriage and children.

Ancestor Research Worksheet

This free genealogy worksheet is ideal for tracking research on long-lost relatives or 20th-century ancestors.

Military Service Record Biography

Use this free form to write in your ancestor’s service information, and add a photo if you have one.

Cousin Chart: Free Download to Determine DNA Matches

Follow the steps on this cousin chart to figure out what kind of cousins you are with a relative, including percentage of DNA matches and average shared centimorgans.

Family Tree Chart How-to Articles

How to Fill Out a Family Tree Template

It sounds like an easy enough starting point: Fill out a family tree chart. But once you have the basic family history forms in hand, this seemingly simple task can become bewildering. Where do your siblings, aunts and uncles go? How do you deal with grandma’s second marriage? Do you use her maiden or married name? And what do all those numbers mean? Follow these five guidelines and you’ll be filling out family tree templates like a pro.

Family Tree Chart Types and Examples

How do you know which family tree chart is right for your genealogy goals? What’s the difference between all those options in your genealogy software? And what the heck is an Ahnentafel, anyway? Here’s a quick guide to some of the most popular family tree chart types and terms.

Tips for How to Make Non-traditional Family Trees

Whether for research purposes or decorative display, here are some expert answers on how to create a family tree for non-traditional families.

Free Family Tree Template

Whether you need to make a family tree for a school project or you want to get serious about researching your family lines, the first step for any genealogy project is to start with a family tree. Vertex42's Free Family Tree Template (also known as a horizontal family tree pedigree chart ) will help you quickly organize your family information. Choose from a few different formats and styles. If you wish to simply record information by hand, then download one of the printable blank family tree charts . Continue reading below the download block for additional tips on creating a family tree as well as links to other genealogy resources.

Printable Blank Family Tree Charts

These blank family tree charts will help you to hand-record your family history - great for class handouts. These can be used to create a family tree diagram for simple 4-generation family tree project, or you can cross-reference multiple family tree sheets for larger projects. If you want to save your work, we'd strongly recommend that you use our Free Family Tree Template or some other family tree software (see some of the resources below).

4 Generation Family Tree Pedigree Chart: Portrait (.pdf) | Landscape (.pdf)

Family Tree Template with Photos

License : Personal Use

Designed by : Jon Wittwer and Jim Wittwer

Description : This family tree chart template for Excel and Word allows you to easily insert photos from your computer. The tree looks great with photos added. In case it's not obvious, you start with yourself at the base of the tree, enter your parents in the two spaces in the upper part of the trunk, and work up the branches from there to list grandparents and great-grandparents.

6-Generation Family Tree Template

Description : For my own research, I wanted to see more than just 4 generations on a single page. Almost all other 6-generation family tree templates that I've seen make the space for the names way too small and wasted a lost of space on the left side of the page. This is the new design we came up with and it works great for showing 6 generations.

You can still replace the placeholder images with photos, but they'll just be really small.

Update 11/8/2021 : I've added a worksheet for a 7-Generation family tree to this file. It prints in portrait orientation. Enjoy!

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License : Personal Use (not for distribution or resale)

Description

These Excel-based Family Tree Templates are great for creating multi-generational family tree pedigree charts. The Excel workbook contains 2 different styles and orientations. See the screenshots on the right. It also includes the blank family tree charts used to create the PDF's listed above and the example Kennedy Family Tree shown below.

"No installation, no macros - just a simple spreadsheet" - by Jon Wittwer and Brent Weight

Family Tree Chart Example

This is an example of a four generation family tree based on John F. Kennedy and family, created using the family tree template.

Tips to Make a Family Tree

• Start with what you know – you and your living relatives
• Ask your relatives for help using their memories and family documents such as Bibles, birth and marriage certificates, journals and military records.
• Review other websites to see what others have discovered about your family lines. Be careful as some of the family trees on line are not accurate. Check their sources.
• Focus on primary sources such as copies of birth, census, death and marriage records. Many of these are available on line for free or a nominal fee.
• Be patient – it can take a long time to uncover your genealogy.
• Consider CAPITALIZING the surname – this will help it stand out when reviewing your records
• List dates as 1 Jan 1890 to avoid confusion over formats such as dd/mm/yy or mm/dd/yy
• List locations or places as City/Township, County, State, Country. For example: Houston, Harris County, Texas, USA

More Free Family Tree Charts, Templates, and Software

• Family Tree Fan Chart (PDF) - marthastewart.com - An interesting variation on a typical family tree formatted in the shape of a fan and covering five generations.
• Graphical Family Tree - genealogy.about.com - A fun family tree that actually looks like a tree. Great for simple school projects and kids activities.
• Free Family Tree Software - myheritage.com - One of several great family tree programs available online to help you record and navigate through many generations of information.

Genealogy and Family Tree Resources

• Ancestry.com - A vast collection of online original data including family history documents and family trees. (May be subject to fees).
• Free Family History Course at byu.edu - A free independent study course on how to get started with family history from BYU.
• Family Search at familysearch.org - The largest collection of original source material available free. You can also create Free Online Family Trees.
• FamilyHistory101 at progenealogists.com - A site with a lot of guidance and instructions for genealogists.

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Make a Family Tree: Templates & Activities

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Family tree activities are fun for the whole family. Today I have 15 styles of Printable Family Tree Templates for you as well as some fun family tree themed activity ideas for you to use in your classroom, home or church.

Why Learn About Family Trees? 

Many elementary aged kids have a family tree project assigned to them in school.  This is a creative way to help kids share more about themselves and their families.

Why should we learn about and study our family history? I think knowing your personal history is not only a fun activity, but also a wonderful way to make personal connections to extended family.  Our genetics shape who we are, whether we want them to or not!

Our personal history matters, even if our memories and experiences are not the best. We can still learn from these experiences. Yes, family trees can get complicated, especially when divorce or adoption are involved in families.  But even the complications should be recorded!

I love learning about our family heritage, history and culture. I also love the idea of keeping a personal family history for future generations. Another term for family history is genealogy.

It’s wonderful for kids to learn how to create their own family tree.  There is something special about knowing the names of their older relatives and ancestors. Knowing about your family history and culture can bring a deeper meaning to your life. It can help you understand yourself better.

Creating a family tree can be tied into social studies lesson plans, too. Learn more about the different cultures and countries where your family members originated from.

Learn about the family history of others with this awesome book: Famous Family Trees .

Family Tree Symbolism & History

The tree symbol has been used for thousands of years to represent connection. The branches and the roots symbolize how a family grows yet still remains connected over time. With each new branch a new life of family member is represented binding our ancestry to us.

It seems to stem back to Isaiah 11: 1  “And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots.”

This is about Jesse, the father of King David. Christ came from this lineage.

The first family tree may have bee in the 11th century when this verse was created through art with Jesse’s family as the branches. This became known as the Jesse tree.  During medieval times, nobility began to use the tree to represent their lineage. The term family tree seems to have become common in the 18th century.

See Also my Post on Family History for Kids where I share a Family Tree Game using craft sticks. I also share our 5 generation family photo frames , and some books we enjoy about family history for kids in this post. I also shared there my story of learning about my family heritage by visiting the country of my paternal grandfather’s birth.

How To Make Your Own Family Tree:

A family tree starts with yourself on the tree trunk and moves upwards branching out to parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, and so on on the various tree branches.  The tree branches out in the different family units. It can include the family information of just direct lines, or have siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, etc.

You can make a family tree with a picture of a family member in each place, or with just a person’s name. Do you have a box of old family photos lying around?  Make sure you know who everyone is in those photos!   It’s great to add their date of birth and death dates (when applicable) to the family trees to keep record of people. You can use one of my printable templates, or draw your own trees.

Making a family tree is a great DIY project!  It also makes a wonderful gift for parents or grandparents on special occasions. You can make a family tree in various styles.

• Make a simple and adorable family tree with a child’s hand print. The wrist and arm is the trunk of the tree and the fingers of the hand are the branches.  Glue it onto a contrasting colored piece of paper. Cut out some little leaves with green paper to add a few more names of family members.
• You can get beautiful family tree art custom made online! They can be hand drawn or painted. There are even ones made of metal or wood.
• Hand sew a family tree and embroider the names!  My sister made one of these for my mom and it was so beautiful & meaningful.
• Kids can draw a large family tree on a poster board to display for an oral presentation or school project.

Learn more about family stories and family traditions of older generations, your ancestors and relatives with this Family Interview I created.

This printable family history interview is great for young children or older children to use when interviewing grandparents or parents, but can be used for any members of your family. I used it to interview both my parents and grandparents. I videoed them to preserve it!

This interview is awesome to learn about their memories of major historical events they may have lived through. Were they alive in World War II? Did they go to a Beatles concert?  What other cool things can you learn?

Download my Printable Set of Family Tree Templates Now!

I have a set of  15 different styles of family tree worksheet or templates styles. There are 5 diagram style trees or pedigrees without a tree background and 10 styles with a tree background. Some are 3 generation, some are 4 generation and some are 5 generation.  A few are in color, but most are in black and white. Print these out on white paper and fill it in with each of the names of your family members.

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How to Find your Ancestors

If you are new to family history, and there is no record of your family, there are many online resources to help you find your people.  I promise it will test your research skills, though!  It can especially be difficult if your family tree extends back to different countries and the records are in a foreign language.

I love using a website called Ancestry to do genealogy research.   On this site, you can find pictures, census records, immigration records, birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, pictures of head stones, and more!  You can visit historic sites, cemeteries, or family history centers around the country to learn more as well. I love doing ancestry research on this site!

I also love another site called FamilySearch .  Here you can create your own family tree, add family pictures, stories of each individual, and connect generations of people.  You can research and find people who have already been discovered and connect them to your tree. This website was created by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But, it is free to use by any who have interest in learning about their ancestors. They have printable versions, too.

Take some time to preserve your own history. Your family will be glad you have that record! Talk to the older family members in your life while you still can, before their memories are lost forever.

Former school teacher turned homeschool mom of 4 kids. Loves creating awesome hands-on creative learning ideas to make learning engaging and memorable for all kids!

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Why Family Tree Worksheets are a Useful Tool for the Classroom

Family trees can be a powerful tool for learning about familial history, relationships, and heritage, and our family tree creator can help bring them to life. Whether you're a teacher looking for a creative way to engage your students or a parent wanting to teach your children about their background, family tree example worksheets and templates can be an excellent resource. These activities offer a great opportunity to learn about histories and connections while also developing important skills such as research, organization, and critical thinking. With a variety of creative templates, worksheets, and online resources available, teachers and parents can easily incorporate this activity into their lesson plans to enrich the learning experience for children of all ages. With Storyboard That, it is easy to make a family tree template for any age group!

How to Structure Family Tree Classroom Activities

There are various ways to design custom templates. The design of the template may depend on factors such as the purpose of the activity, the age and skill level of the students, and the specific software or tools being used to create the template. Some templates may include a simple tree with spaces for names and dates, while others may have more elaborate designs with space for photos or illustrations of family members.

There are several creative ways to present family tree activities on templates and worksheets, such as:

• Use Different Shapes: Instead of the traditional tree shape, try using different shapes such as a house or a heart to represent the family tree.
• Use Colors: Try using different colors to represent different generations or branches. This can make the family tree charts visually appealing and a lot easier to understand.
• Add Pictures: Add pictures to the names and relations of family members to make it more engaging and personalized.
• Include Symbols: Use symbols such as hearts, stars, or arrows to represent relationships and connections between members.
• Use Timelines: Create a timeline-style family tree to show the progression of generations and key events in the family's history.
• Create a Collage: Have kids create a collage-style family tree by cutting out pictures and words from magazines and newspapers.
• Make it Interactive: Use online tools or software to create an interactive family tree that allows students to click on family members and learn more about them.

Overall, the key is to make the activity creative and engaging for students, while still conveying important information about history and relationships.

Family Tree Activity Ideas by Subject

• History and Genealogy: Family tree worksheets can be used to teach children about their history and genealogy, helping them understand their roots and their own background.
• Language Arts: These worksheets can also be used to teach vocabulary related to family members, relationships, and family history. Students can also write narratives about their relatives or use the family tree as a basis for creating characters in their writing.
• Social Studies: Family tree worksheets can be used to teach different structures and cultural traditions related to family.
• Science: The worksheets are used to teach students about genetics and inheritance, helping them understand how traits are passed down through generations.
• Visual Arts: Worksheets can be used as a basis for creating art projects, such as creating a collage of photos or drawing a portrait of a relative.

Family Tree Activity Ideas by Grade Level

Elementary school.

Create a Family Tree Collage: Provide your class with a blank family tree template and have them cut out and paste pictures of relatives onto the tree.

Family Interviews: Assign students to interview family members about their history and create a family tree worksheet based on the information they gather. This activity will not only teach them about relationships but also improve their interviewing skills.

Family Tree Game: Create a game where kids have to match relatives with their correct positions on a family tree. This activity will help them understand the different relationships within a group.

Middle School

Comparative Family Trees: Provide the class with a template and have them complete "make your own family trees" activities as well as the family tree of a historical figure or character from literature. They can compare and contrast the different structures and relationships.

Ancestry Research: Assign students to research their ancestry and create a family tree worksheet based on their findings. This activity will not only teach them about their own history but also improve their research skills.

Family Tree Art: Have children create an artistic representation of their family tree using symbols and imagery to represent relatives and relationships.

High School

Genogram Analysis: Introduce students to the concept of genograms and have them create a family tree worksheet using this method. They can analyze the different relationships and patterns of behavior.

Family History Project: Assign your class to research and create a detailed history project, including a family tree worksheet, historical context, and personal narratives. This activity will teach them about research skills, writing skills, and their personal history.

Cultural Family Trees: Have students research different cultures and create family tree worksheets based on the different family structures and relationships within those cultures. This activity will teach them about cultural diversity and the importance of family in different cultures.

Additional Family Tree Design Templates By Subject

Social Studies/History: Have students research their history and create a family tree. Encourage them to interview relatives and gather information about their ancestors. Discuss how family history can help us understand our own place in history. Use family tree activities as a way to teach about cultural traditions and how families pass them down through generations.

Science: Use family tree worksheets to teach about genetics and inheritance. Have kids fill in information about relative's traits and track how they are passed down through the generations.

Language Arts: Use family tree templates to teach about character development in literature. Have students create family trees for fictional characters and analyze how their relationships affect the plot.

Math: Use family tree worksheets to teach about data analysis and graphing. Have students collect data on the number of siblings, grandparents, or other relatives of their classmates and create a graph to display the data. Use family tree activities as a way to teach about probability and statistics, as students calculate the likelihood of certain genetic traits being passed down through generations.

Art: Use family tree templates to teach about visual storytelling. Have kids create a family tree that includes images of each family member and tells a story about their history.

Technology: Use a free family tree maker online or family tree generator tools to teach about digital tools and organization. Have students create digital family trees and use technology to organize and display the information.

Using Family Tree Templates in Foreign Language Lessons

By incorporating family tree worksheets into foreign language lessons, students can practice language skills while also learning about family structures and traditions in different cultures. Here are some suggestions on how to structure foreign language lessons using family tree worksheets:

• Conversation Practice: Have students use the family tree worksheet as a guide for practicing conversations in the foreign language. For example, have them ask and answer questions about their relatives using the appropriate vocabulary.
• Cultural Comparisons: Use the family tree worksheet as a way to compare and contrast family structures and traditions in different cultures. Have students research and fill in the worksheet with information about a family from another country, and then compare it to their own family tree.
• Writing Practice: Use the worksheet as a way to practice writing in the foreign language. Have students write a paragraph or essay about their family members, using the family tree as a guide.
• Creative Projects: Have students create a visual representation of their family tree, using pictures or symbols to represent each family member. This can be done using art supplies or computer software.

Creative Designs for Family Tree Activity Templates

• Create a family tree timeline. Instead of a traditional tree, create a timeline that shows the different generations of a family and their major life events, such as births, marriages, and deaths.
• Have kids create a "mini-biography" of a relative. In addition to the family tree, have students create a mini-biography of a family member, including their name, birthdate, occupation, and any interesting facts about them.
• Create a cookbook. Ask students to gather family recipes from their relatives and create a cookbook. Include photos and stories about the members who contributed each recipe.

How to Make a Family Tree Worksheet

Choose one of the premade family tree templates.

We have color, black and white, portrait, or landscape templates. Take a look at our example for inspiration!

Click on "Copy Template"

Once you do this, you will be directed to the storyboard creator.

Give Your Worksheet a Name!

Be sure to call it something related to the topic so that you can easily find it in the future.

Edit Your Worksheet

This is where you will include directions, specific questions and images, and make any aesthetic changes that you would like. The options are endless!

Click "Save and Exit"

When you are finished with your worksheet, click this button in the lower right hand corner to exit your storyboard.

From here you can print, download as a PDF, attach it to an assignment and use it digitally, and more!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Family Tree Worksheets

What are some features to consider when creating a family tree worksheet template.

When you create family tree free worksheet templates, it's important to consider the size of the family, the number of generations, the types of relationships, and the design of the template. The template should be easy to read and follow, and it should have space for students to fill in their family information.

What should teachers avoid when assigning family tree activities in the classroom?

When assigning family tree activities in the classroom, teachers should avoid making assumptions about students' family structures or making the activity mandatory for all students. Teachers should be sensitive to the fact that some students may not have traditional family structures or may not feel comfortable discussing their family history. Additionally, teachers should avoid asking students to share personal or sensitive information about their families unless they have obtained parental consent.

What are some different ways to design family tree templates?

There are various ways to design family tree templates. The design of the template may depend on factors such as the purpose of the activity, the age and skill level of the students, and the specific software or tools being used to create the template. Some templates may include a simple tree with spaces for names and dates, while others may have more elaborate designs with space for photos or illustrations of family members. It is important for teachers to consider the needs of their students and the learning objectives of the activity when designing family tree templates.

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A printable family tree worksheet enables you to visually organize and track your ancestry, making it simpler to understand familial relationships and share your heritage with others. By filling out these templates, you have a tangible representation of your lineage that can aid in personal research, help to connect with extended family, and serve as an educational tool for younger family members to learn about their roots. Your engagement with your family's past becomes more accessible and engaging, encouraging a deeper connection with your ancestors and an appreciation for your family's unique story.

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Creating a family tree can be a fascinating journey into your heritage, and a printable family tree worksheet makes it easier. This worksheet helps you organize information about your ancestors, allowing you to visually trace your lineage. You can fill in names, dates, and important events, making it a practical tool for both personal discovery and educational purposes.

My Family Tree Worksheet Printable

Personalizing your exploration of family history is made simple with a "My Family Tree" worksheet. This printable is designed for you to add your own family members, starting from yourself and branching out. It serves not just as a genealogical tool but also as an engaging activity for family gatherings or a meaningful project for children to understand their roots.

Printable Family Tree Template

A printable family tree template offers a streamlined way to compile and share your family history. With spaces to fill in multiple generations, it’s an indispensable tool for anyone looking to document their ancestry for future generations or to have a clear overview of their familial connections. It’s also a great aid for genealogical research, providing a clear structure to work from.

A printable family tree worksheet is a practical tool for organizing and visualizing your ancestry in a clear, easy-to-understand format. It allows you to map out relationships, track genealogical data, and preserve your family's history for future generations. By filling out a family tree worksheet, you create a valuable document that can serve as a reference for personal discovery or as an educational resource for your children, helping them understand their roots and the broader family network they belong to.

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A printable family tree worksheet serves as a practical tool to organize and document your ancestry, making it easier to trace your roots and share your family history with future generations.

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This printable family tree worksheet is a helpful and organized tool for tracing our family's roots. It's a great way to foster genealogical exploration with its clear layout. Highly recommended!

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A printable family tree worksheet offers a helpful tool for organizing and tracing one's ancestry, assisting individuals in recording and preserving important family history in a convenient and visually appealing format.

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The Best Free Family Tree Templates for Microsoft Word and Excel

Researching your family tree can be an interesting project. Start with these family tree templates for Microsoft Word and Excel.

Most of us are familiar with a couple of generations within our families. But we all know that everyone's family history goes back much further than that.

There are websites available that can help you research your ancestors. So if you'd like to create your own family tree, with the details you already have, that you can build on with your research, these templates are ideal.

Here are several terrific family tree templates for Microsoft Word and Excel for both adults and kids.

1. Family Tree Templates for Adults

Depending on how many generations you plan or are able to include in your family tree, one of these templates is sure to be a great fit.

Five-Generation Family Tree Chart

Since the templates we're providing are for Word and Excel, there's no better place to begin than with one from Microsoft Office.

This five-generation family tree template is available for download or for use in Excel Online. It's a very basic chart with boxes, lines, and nothing fancy, but it gets the job done.

Start by adding yourself, and then work your way through the generations. There's plenty of space to include first and last names, titles, birthdates, or years. So you have the flexibility to include only those details you want.

Download: Microsoft Office Online (Free, available as an Excel file)

Three-Generation Family Tree Generator

Another template from Microsoft Office for Excel, this one builds a family tree for you. You'll begin on the Family Members tab by entering three generations with spouses, parents, and children.

When you finish typing in your details, click the Create Family Tree button. Then hop over to the Family Tree tab to see your creation.

This is a nice Excel spreadsheet template and family tree generator because you can easily change your tree with the click of a button as your family grows.

A family tree is a useful resource for tracing the history of a particular family, and it can also serve as a kind of timeline for aggregating birth/age data about your family members. Here's how you can calculate the exact age using Excel formulae and other methods.

Six-Generation Family Tree Template

If you want to go back six generations on your family tree, then check out this template from Vertex42. Similar to the first basic template from Microsoft Office, this one is structured the same way and has room to add names, dates, and more. The Example tab includes a neat sample, and you'll see that it also includes the states of residence for each person.

As a bonus, you can add a small photo next to each family member. Although the pictures will appear tiny in the Excel sheet, this is a cool option if you plan to print your family tree.

Download: Vertex42 (Free, available as an Excel file)

Four-Generation Family Tree Template

For a neatly structured, landscape view template for Word, this template can accommodate four generations of your family members.

You need to simply write down the names of your family members in the oval-shaped text box. And if you need to add more people, you can use the simple editing features in Word to copy and paste the fields and connecting lines.

Download: Template Archive (Free, available as a Word file)

Four-Generation Family Tree Generator

To take this list of templates for adults up a notch, have a look at this next one from Template Archive as well. The template is free and has tons of extras in addition to the Excel family tree generator.

Go through each of the labeled tabs and enter the names of both your maternal and paternal family members. Those names will automatically populate to create your family tree in the same-named tab.

What makes this family tree template stand out, aside from filling in the names for you, is that each tab contains nicely displayed details. You can add photos, notes, and information about each child.

In addition, you can click the Details buttons on the family tree to head right to that person's tab. And reversely, you can click the Back to Tree button on a tab to go right back to that person's spot on the tree.

If you're interested in an attractive family tree template and generator with bonus features, this is it.

Download: Template Archive (Free, available as an Excel file)

2. Family Tree Templates for Kids

Maybe your child has a school project, or you simply want to do a project together at home. These nifty family tree templates are excellent options for kids. They don't go back several generations like those for adults, but they offer visually fun ways for your child to view the family tree.

12-Member & 20-Member Family Trees

TemplateLab has an enormous collection of family tree templates for both adults and children. For little kids specifically, these are two really cute choices for Word. The apple design gives you 12 spots for family members. With a neat apple for each person, you can type in everyone's name or use the spaces for photos instead.

The other tree has spots for 20 family members if your clan is a bit bigger. This family tree template is designed more for written names rather than photos.

Download: Template Lab (Free, available as a Word file)

15-Member Family Tree Template

One more template from Template Archive that's great for kids is this 15-member family tree for Microsoft Word.

It has a nice, casual but colorful look that an older child might really like. You can easily enter everyone's name and include extra details like birthdates and locations if you want.

For additional family members, you can add more boxes using Word's SmartArt Text feature. Just click on the chart and when the window pops open, use the plus sign to add another name box. You can also use the arrows to rearrange the boxes and move family members to the right spots.

3. More Templates for Extended Family Trees

Template.net offers almost 20 family tree templates for kids, including these two fun options for children designed for Word. However, you might need to pay on a one-off or sign up for an annual subscription. Let's take a look at some of them below:

13-Member Family Tree Template

One template has hand-drawn, cartoon-style images of all family members, from grandparents to children. You can simply swap out the names for those of your own family.

The other template is ideal for photos. Pop in a picture for each person from your computer or print it out first and then glue them on. You can type or write each family member's name right beneath their photograph.

If you enjoy finding out about your family tree, then researching your origins online is a good way to get started. Take a look at some of these free genealogy websites, which offer quick and easy ways to begin uncovering your ancestry.

Blended Family Tree Template

Blended families are families that include children from other relationships, and this template is for those who have created new families with people who may have children from previous marriages. It’s designed to show you how to combine the two families into one tree.

However, blended family trees can also be used for adoption situations.

Plant Your Family Tree With a Template

From small families to large ones, there's a family tree template on this list that should be exactly what you need. And since learning more about your heritage can be informative and fun at the same time, this type of project is relaxing for you and your child to do together.

We're sure that the templates on this list will help you create a wonderful keepsake that you can use now or pass down for generations to come.

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